New Denver and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Slocan Community Health Centre due to limited availability of nursing staff.

Emergency department services will be unavailable Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Patients can access emergency care at Arrow Lakes Hospital in Nakusp.

All other inpatient services will continue as normal at Slocan Community Health Centre.

In a tale of collaboration and community support, a recent graduation ceremony in Lillooet became the backdrop for celebrating the accomplishments of a cohort from the Health Career Access Program (HCAP).

Oliver and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at South Okanagan General Hospital due to limited physician availability.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024. Patients can access care at Penticton Regional Hospital during this time.

Clearwater and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital due to limited nurse availability.

Pulmonary function testing (PFT) is crucial for diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung disease. Testing helps assess the severity of lung impairment, monitor the progress of diseases, and evaluate treatment effectiveness.

Quicker access to pulmonary function test results can lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment, which is crucial for respiratory conditions that require immediate attention.

Oliver and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at South Okanagan General Hospital

People in Penticton soon will have more care options with the approval of a new long-term care (LTC) residence with 200 beds.

Lillooet and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at the Lillooet Hospital and Health Centre due to limited physician availability.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13 to 8 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Patients can access care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

Foundations in the Interior region raise funds that support medical equipment, care needs, and innovative local initiatives in their communities. Each organization includes respected community leaders, volunteers and staff who are passionate about meeting the needs of patients and families in Interior Health. Thanks to the generosity of their supporters, we all have a stronger health system. 

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